"I tried killing myself and I then met Sean. The housing association got us a house in a week and we've been living together ever since. I proposed on Sean's birthday last June."

Mr Choudhury says he has post-traumatic stress disorder meaning he struggles to face people alone and can't work.

But now he has taken a significant step forward for both the Muslim and LGBT communities.

He added: "We're going to have a big party in Darlaston afterwards and go to Spain for a week on holiday."

Samaritans (116 123) operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you’re feeling, or if you’re worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org